1. Generic Brands. Ditch all the brand name items you buy. Nationally recognized brands are almost always more expensive than generic store brands. There's usually a small difference in taste but with the money you're saving, you'll get used to it. The reason why brand named items are more expensive...
1. Eat Enough. When trying to lose weight, make sure you're eating enough. That's right, enough. If you cut your calories too drastically, your body will compensate by slowing down your metabolism to conserve energy. It's getting ready for a prolonged period of starvation. If you're eating under 1,200 calories...
1. Fruit. A piece of fruit can go a long way in making you feel full and satisfying your sweet tooth. With such a wide variety, you should find a fruit that you like. Peaches, kiwis, apples and grapes are all good examples. They are low in calories and full...
1. Fruits. Fruits are loaded with fiber, vitamins, minerals and water. The water keeps the calories down and the fiber will keep you full by slowing the digestion process. 2. Vegetables. Vegetables, like fruit, are low in calories and keep you full with their fiber. This fiber is digested very slowly...
1. Breakfast Bars. Breakfast bars have been popping up in all sorts of flavors. There are granola bars, oatmeal bars and even bars from all your favorite cereals. While some of these can have a high amount of sugar, so do most breakfast foods. Try choosing one that is made...
1. Whole Grains. Whole grain foods are a rich source of insoluble fiber. There are breads, snacks and other foods that can now be found in whole grain variations. When buying these foods, make sure that the first ingredient is 100% whole wheat flour. 2. Nuts and Seeds. Nuts and seeds...
1. Add Vegetables. Since vegetables are low in calories and high in taste, you should use them as your main topping. They're also high in vitamins, minerals and fiber which make them a very healthy alternative to some meat toppings. Vegetables that go good on a pizza include tomatoes, bell...
1. Fruits and Vegetables. Fruits and vegetables should be at the top of your shopping list. They are low in calories, high in nutrients and if you buy them in season, can be relatively cheap. Try buying a different fruit each week. Apples this week, grapes next. This way, you...
1. Steaming. Steaming is healthy because the medium used to heat the food is water vapor. Unlike frying, it adds no calories in the form of oil and is associated with low calorie foods such as vegetables and fish. 2. Boiling. Like steaming, boiling doesn't require any oil and therefore adds...
1. 100% Whole Wheat. Instead of using wraps that are made from white flour, use ones that are made from 100% whole wheat. They contain more nutrients and fiber which will make you feel full and help you eat less. One burrito can easily contain 500 calories so filling yourself...
